Senior Industrial Engineer

About the role

This position has direct impact on internal production floor performance and execution, analyzing capital planning decisions, and improving production performance through continuous improvement initiatives under the direction of the Director of Production. This role is expected to grow into a leadership position with direct reports as the Industrial Engineering function matures.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary authority on manufacturing capacity, flow, and constraints, providing data-driven input to leadership decisions on staffing, scheduling, and delivery commitments
• Develop, maintain, and improve capacity models for labor and equipment to support realistic production planning
• Conduct machine and process capacity analyses and lead improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Define, implement, and sustain standard work, labor standards, and productivity models used for costing, planning, and performance management
• Evaluate the operational impact of engineering changes, new products, and schedule changes, including effects on labor, equipment, tooling, inspection, and material flow
• Lead value stream mapping activities and identify waste, bottlenecks, and opportunities tied to measurable business
• Recommend and support capital investment strategies, including ROI analysis, equipment justification, and implementation support
• Help design and optimize manufacturing layouts, cell design, and workspace flow to improve throughput, safety, and quality with data
• Act as a technical focal for complex production challenges related to flow, efficiency, or capacity constraints
• Support new product introduction by providing labor models, capacity analysis, documentation readiness, and training requirements
• Develop and maintain templates, analytical tools, and visual management systems to support decision-making and standardization
• Lead and participate in Kaizen / MSW events, with accountability for post-event execution and sustained results
• Identify tribal knowledge and convert it into documented standard work to improve repeatability and scalability
• Conduct time studies, process flow analyses, and participate in ergonomic and safety assessments
• Maintain labor standards used for costing, quoting, and long-term capacity planning
• Train, mentor, and support operators, technicians, and junior engineers; contribute to the long-term build-out of the Industrial Engineering function
• Partner with leadership to define future-state manufacturing strategies, including automation, staffing models, and footprint optimization

Candidate Profile

• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel; experience with VBA, SQL, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus
• Ability to work effectively across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain functions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

Other

• Company Background: CIRCOR International is one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. The Company has a product portfolio of market-leading brands serving its customers’ most demanding applications. CIRCOR markets its solutions directly and through various sales partners to more than 14,000 customers in approximately 100 countries. The Company has a global presence with approximately 3,100 employees with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts. For more information visit our website at https://www.circor.com/.
• In late 2023, CIRCOR was acquired by the private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. (together with its affiliates, “KKR”). The news release is available here along with additional information about KKR and its unique approach to employee ownership can be found at the end of this document.
• Equal Opportunity Statement: CIRCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.